N5334 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY EXAM SCRIPT 2026 FULL QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT ANSWERS

N5334 ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY EXAM
SCRIPT 2026 FULL QUESTIONS WITH 100%
CORRECT ANSWERS



◉ What is the 4 step approach in treating DM2? Answer: 1. lifestyle +
Metformin
2. step 1 + second drug
3. step 1 + 2 drugs
4. complex insulin regimen


◉ J comes in with random glucose 250 - is further testing for DM
needed? Answer: No. Random BG>200 is diagnostic.


◉ A type-I diabetic is taking a beta blocker, what does she need to be
aware of?
A. BB's increase glycogenolysis & help counteract a fall in glucose
B. BB's impair glycogenolysis - a means which the body can respond to
& counteract a fall in BG
C. BB's can make a patient more aware of hypoglycemia

, D. BB's have no effect on glycogenolysis. Answer: B. BB's impair
glycogenolysis - a means which the body can respond to & counteract a
fall in BG


◉ G is taking Canagliflozin for DM. The NP tells her this may increase
her risk for:
A. hypoglycemia
B. decreased urination
C. UTI
D. hypothyroidism. Answer: C. UTI


◉ SGLT-2 inhibitors should not be given if GFR <35.
T/F. Answer: True


◉ At what interval should TSH be reassessed after a Levothyroxine dose
adjustment?
A. 1-2 weeks
B. 2-4 weeks
C. 4-6 weeks
D. 6-8 weeks. Answer: D. 6-8 weeks


◉ Which can induce thyroid dysfunction?
A. Sertraline